Pronunciation: [fɹˈʌnt tˈuːθ] (IPA) 
Front tooth is a common term used to describe the teeth located at the front of the mouth. The spelling of the word is straightforward, with the consonant sound /f/ followed by the vowel sound /r/ and the nasal consonant sound /n/. The final sound is a voiceless dental fricative /θ/, which is the same sound as the "th" in the word "think." The IPA phonetic transcription for front tooth is /frʌnt tuθ/.
A front tooth refers to one of the eight incisors, which are the teeth located in the front of the mouth on the upper and lower jaws. More specifically, front teeth can be described as the four teeth located in the middle of the upper and lower dental arches. These teeth play a vital role in the dental structure as they are responsible for biting, tearing, and cutting food, aiding in the initial stages of digestion.
Front teeth are typically characterized by their sharp and thin edges, enabling them to effectively break down food into smaller pieces that are easier to chew and swallow. They also contribute significantly to overall facial aesthetics, as they are prominently visible when a person smiles or speaks.
Consisting of a crown and a root, the front teeth are embedded in the alveolar bone and are covered by a layer of protective enamel, which is the hardest substance in the human body. They have a single root and are generally smaller and narrower compared to the other teeth in the mouth. Additionally, front teeth tend to be more symmetrical and are usually more uniform in shape and size.
Overall, front teeth are crucial for proper oral function, ensuring effective chewing and speech, and are vital for an appealing smile, influencing a person's self-confidence and dental aesthetics.
The word "front tooth" is composed of two parts: "front" and "tooth".
The term "front", deriving from the Old English word "froent", originally meant "forehead" or "front part of the body". Over time, "front" evolved to describe the area at the front or forward part of any object, including the mouth.
The word "tooth" originated from the Old English word "tōþ", which had the same meaning. The term is also related to the Old High German word "zand" and the Dutch word "tand". Ultimately, the word "tooth" can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "tanþs" and the Proto-Indo-European root "*dent-", meaning "tooth".
